Organization Name
Texas Department of Health and Human Services
Link to organization
Host Name & Title
Melissa Plantenga, Epidemiologist
Host Bio
Detail oriented public health professional with experience conducting disease investigations and supporting surveillance efforts. Collaborative leader and skilled interviewer who communicates with empathy to inform, educate, and empower communities while driving measurable public health impact.
Organization industry
State government
Experience format
In-person or virtual
Industry Cluster
Health & Wellness
Science & Natural Resources
Job Shadow Experience Length
Full Day (in-person)
Half Day (in-person)
Coffee or Lunch Meet and Greet (In-Person)
Virtual Informational Interview
Job Shadow Date Range
June 15 - August 28
Career field/Major you are interested in hosting
Public Health, Epidemiology, and Infectious Diseases.
Location
Houston, Texas